St Donat's Castle

Located on the beautiful South Wales coastline, St Donat's Castle is the perfect venue for your wedd

The castle, owned by UWC Atlantic College is available outside of the college seasons for weddings between the end of May and beginning of August each year. To ensure exclusivity, we only take one wedding per day with the romantic castle and gardens hired on a midday to midnight basis for you and your guests. Hiring the castle for your special day includes use of the Bradenstoke Hall, Rose, Blue and Beast gardens, Top Lawn (with sea views), Inner Courtyard, Great Hall and a designated changing room on the day of the wedding. The Bradenstoke Hall can accommodate 160 guests for a wedding breakfast and 200 guests for an evening party. In addition to the castle rooms there is also space in the extensive grounds for a marquee seating up to 400. If you wish to get married at St Donat’s Castle, several of its rooms and gardens are licensed for wedding ceremonies and civil partnerships including the inner courtyard which is a popular area for outdoor ceremonies and drink receptions. Onsite is also the charming St Donat’s Church which can accommodate a wedding ceremony for up to 110 guests.

14/09/2026

🎶 Café Concert reminder! ☕🎻

The countdown is on! The first Café Concert of the season at UWC Atlantic Art Centre is just around the corner, and we’d love for you to join us. 🌍✨

On Friday 18th at 4pm come and enjoy an welcoming and relaxed concert performed by our talented UWC Atlantic students, featuring music from around the world. Tickets are limited so make sure you book soon!

From accomplished musicians to students taking their first steps on stage, your support makes a real difference as they build confidence and prepare for their recital performances. 👏

☕ Tea, coffee & a biscuit included
🎼 Live music from our international student community
🌍 Performers from a community spanning 90+ countries
❤️ A wonderful way to support our students and UWC Atlantic

📍 UWC Atlantic Art Centre, St Donat’s Castle
📅 Friday 18th September 2026
⏰ 4pm-5om
🎟️ To book tickets click the link
https://uwcatlanticexperience.com/event/

Bring a friend, settle in with a cuppa and enjoy an hour of music, community and culture. We look forward to welcoming you! 🎶

12/09/2026

🌟Don’t miss out on this merry and magical event- tickets for our 2026 Christmas Fayre are now live! 🌟

The event we have all been waiting for!! This is more than just a Christmas Fayre —it's a celebration of community and creativity. Bring your friends and family, soak up the festive atmosphere, and make memories to remember. Our Christmas Fayre is the perfect place to find joy, support local artisans, and taste the true flavours of the season.

Wrap up warm and head to St Donat’s Castle on Saturday 5th December or Sunday 6th December, 9:30am to 4pm.

BOOK BEFORE 30TH SEPTEMBER TO SAVE ON TICKET PRICES!

📅 Date: Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th December
🕒 Time: 9:30am-4pm
📍 Location: St Donat’s Castle, Llantwit Major, Vale of Glamorgan CF61 1WF
🎟️ Entry Fee: £15 per car or £3 on foot
💸 Early Booking Discounted Fee if booked before 30th September: £12 per car or £2 on foot

Click the link to book your tickets now:
https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/christmas-fayre-2026-4870410?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=creatorshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=odclsxcollection&utm-source=cp&aff=escb

Car entry is one fee for as many people as you can fit in your car. You do not need to book an on foot ticket for car entry.

09/09/2026

💛Chris & Hellie 💛

Set against the beautiful backdrop of St Donat’s Castle, this couple captured the grace, charm and magic of the venue with a ceremony in the inner courtyard, pictures on the top lawn and by the sea front. Photos by Sian Owen Photography

To find out if St Donat's is the perfect venue for your big day, contact the team:
📅 Weddings are hosted outside UWC Atlantic College term, from mid-June to mid-August.
📩 Get in touch to arrange a private viewing: [email protected]
📞 01446 799000

07/09/2026

💛Sophie & Thomas💛

The most beautiful couple & the most beautiful day, St Donat's was the perfect backdrop for their Happy Ever After 💫 Photos by Photos by Photos by Ella Elaine Photography

They said 'I Do' in St Donat's Church, had their wedding breakfast in the Bradenstoke Hall & drinks on the top Lawn. The castle offers a truly unique backdrop for a wedding celebration.

✨ Up to 150 guests for your wedding breakfast
🎉 Up to 200 guests for an evening party
🌿 Original Tudor gardens and manicured lawns
🍽️ Dedicated hospitality team & fine dining
📸 Incredible settings for unforgettable photographs

To find out if St Donat's is the perfect venue for your big day, contact the team:

📅 Weddings are hosted outside UWC Atlantic College term, from mid-June to mid-August.
📩 Get in touch to arrange a private viewing: [email protected]
📞 01446 799000
🎉 https://uwcatlanticexperience.com/experiences/wedding-private-hire/weddings/

04/09/2026

Be the first to know! 💫

Sign up to our mailing list to be the first to know about our Autumn & Winter Events at St Donat’s Castle! 🏰✨

As the seasons change and cooler days roll in, we’re opening our doors for a handful of events at St Donat’s Castle this autumn and winter. From our cosy Cafe Concerts, to Castle Tours and our magical Christmas Fayre there’s so much to look forward too ✨

Don’t miss out on what’s happening— be the first to hear about our upcoming autumn and winter events!

👉 https://uwcatlantic.us7.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=e6f4f03d989326bab36f1abc8&id=929ca31b55

We can't wait to welcome you to the Castle this season! ☕🍁

03/09/2026

🥂 Summer of love 🏰

For a celebration filled with grandeur, romance and timeless elegance, look no further than St Donat’s Castle.

With its impressive Bradenstoke Hall, characterful Great Hall and beautiful Inner Courtyard, the castle offers a truly unique backdrop for your wedding celebration.

✨ Up to 150 guests for your wedding breakfast
🎉 Up to 200 guests for an evening party
💍 Outdoor ceremonies for up to 150 guests
🌿 Original Tudor gardens and manicured lawns
🍽️ Dedicated hospitality team & fine dining
📸 Incredible settings for unforgettable photographs

And with the castle overlooking the Welsh coastline, you’ll have no shortage of breath taking views to enjoy throughout your day.
Whether you're planning a classic celebration or something completely your own, our team is here to help bring your vision to life.

📅 Weddings are hosted outside UWC Atlantic College term, from mid-June to mid-August.
📩 Get in touch to arrange a private viewing: [email protected]
📞 01446 799000
🎉 https://uwcatlanticexperience.com/experiences/wedding-private-hire/weddings/

02/09/2026

JOIN THE TEAM!
We are on the look out for Atlantic Experience Activity and Events Team Members

Salary: £12.79 per hour
Closing date: Friday, 11 September 2026 at 12:00 BST

We’re looking for enthusiastic, proactive individuals to join the College’s Atlantic Experience team on a part time basis, helping us make the most of our unique campus, facilities and activities.
As part of this vibrant team, you’ll play a key role in creating memorable experiences while helping to maximise the use of our campus facilities for students, residents, visitors and commercial customers. This will include, coordinating pool sessions for students and commercial bookings alike, supporting residential education programmes, outdoor and adventure activities, community events, day camps and private hire events.

We have three roles available with varying hours;
15.5 hours per week
13 hours per week
16.5 hours per week
*Shift times will vary for each role

Completed application forms should be emailed to: [email protected]
Closing date for receipt of applications: September 11th, 12 noon

https://www.uwcatlantic.org/careers/current-vacancies

Please note that the only method of application we accept is a completed UWCA Application form - we do not accept CV’s.

This specific role is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship or Accommodation

25/08/2026

A wedding to remember Alex & Sean 💛💫

Imagine exchanging vows surrounded by centuries of history, breathtaking coastal views and beautiful gardens — followed by an unforgettable celebration in one of Wales’ most spectacular castles. ❤️

📸Shot by the fabulous A Thing Like That
🏰At our fairy tale venue, St Donat's castle, a castle on the Welsh coast
🥂 Wedding breakfasts for up to 160 guests and evening celebrations for up to 200
💐 Outdoor ceremonies for up to 150 guests in the Inner Courtyard
⛪ The charming St Donat’s Church is also available for ceremonies
🍽️ An experienced hospitality team to guide you through your planning and catering
📍 Just 40 minutes from Cardiff and 50 minutes from Swansea

📅 Wedding season: mid-June to mid-August
👰 Viewings are strictly by appointment.

Ready to start planning your dream castle wedding?

📩 Contact our events team to arrange a viewing or find out more: [email protected]
📞 01446 799000
https://uwcatlanticexperience.com/experiences/wedding-private-hire/weddings/

We’d love to welcome you to St Donat’s Castle and help make your special day truly extraordinary. 💍🥂

Address

UWC Atlantic College
Llantwit Major
CF611WF

Website

https://www.uwcatlanticexperience.com/, https://uwcatlanticexperience.com/event/, https://uwcatlanticexperience.com/expe

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